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Innovating Clinical TrialsICT EP 2.7: Rethinking How Sponsors Build Site RelationshipsIn this episode of Innovating Clinical Trials, Liam and Ted explore why building strong relationships with clinical trial sites requires more than dedicated relationship teams, it requires fixing problems at their source.They discuss how many site challenges stem from outdated processes, one-sided agreements, and preventable operational friction that relationship teams are left to manage after the fact. Using real-world examples from confidentiality agreements to lab and portal issues, the conversation highlights the need for sponsors and CROs to look inward, modernize systems, and address root causes before sites feel the impact.This episode is...
2026-02-0412 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT EP 2.6: What Shapes the Trajectory of a Clinical TrialIn this episode of Innovating Clinical Trials, Liam and Ted explore what determines the trajectory of a clinical trial and why success often depends on preparation, collaboration, and the ability to adapt when things don’t go as planned. They discuss how factors outside a site’s control, such as vendor selection and monitoring approaches, can significantly influence trial momentum.Through real-world examples, the conversation highlights how thoughtful planning, supportive site interactions, and small human touches can have an impact on study performance.Tune in to learn how anticipating challenges and strengthening collaboration can help keep...
2026-01-2815 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT EP 2.5: Why Enrollment Is Slow and the Questions We’re Not AskingIn this episode of Innovating Clinical Trials, Liam and Ted challenge a familiar question in clinical research: “How do we increase enrollment?” Instead, they argue that progress starts by asking a better one- “What makes enrollment challenging in the first place?”They explore how study design, existing therapies, operational factors, and most importantly, the lived experience of participants and their families all shape recruitment outcomes. Ted shares a practical framework for slowing down, asking deeper questions, and creating space for ideas that don’t emerge when teams jump straight to solutions.Tune in to learn how refram...
2026-01-2114 min
The Transfer Flow PodcastHow Carrick Used Pep’s Tactics Against HimPatrick and Ted break down a packed football week, starting with the latest transfer rumours and what they tell us about the plans taking shape at some of the Premier League’s biggest clubs. We discuss Chelsea’s openness to selling Enzo Fernandez, Manchester United’s interest in Adam Wharton and Elliot Anderson, whether Ruben Neves could be a realistic midfield option, and what Manchester City’s January activity says about their looming rebuild.
Then we move onto the weekend’s standout result as Manchester United beat Manchester City. What went wrong for Pep Guardiola...
2026-01-191h 01Innovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep 2.4: The Impact of Getting Site and Patient Engagement RightIn this episode of Innovating Clinical Trials, Liam and Ted explore why clinical research is, at its core, a people-driven business. Drawing on real-world experiences from both patient and site perspectives, they discuss how trust, communication, and human connection directly influence recruitment, retention, and study success.From participant consent conversations to site selection and prioritization, the discussion highlights how “soft skills” often have a measurable impact on trial performance, yet are frequently overlooked in favor of technical experience alone. Liam and Ted reflect on how small moments of empathy, transparency, and genuine engagement can transform trans...
2026-01-1415 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep 2.3: The Cost of Sponsors’ Extra Requests and what Sites can do about itWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments.Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In this episode, Liam and Ted reveal how minor, unexpected requests often snowball into a significant site burden. They dive into why scope creep occurs, how sites can respond, and what sponsors can do to prevent it before it disrupts a study.
2025-11-2812 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICP Ep 2.2: Building Better Sponsor-Site PartnershipsWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments.Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In this episode, Liam and Ted explore what it truly means to be a sponsor of choice for clinical trial sites. They discuss how communication gaps between sponsors, CROs, and sites can slow progress, and hinder recruitment. They offer practical steps for improving communication in both...
2025-11-2714 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep 2.1: How Sponsors Win by Checking In Early with SitesWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments.Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.Season 2 kicks off with Liam and Ted exploring what it means to be a “Sponsor of Choice.” Through thoughtful analogies and real-world insights. They explore why the “sweet spot” for feedback is just after a site enrolls its second or third participant when motivation, momentum, and study ex...
2025-11-2512 min
The Transfer Flow Podcasto Manchester United Need Donnarumma? + The Best and Worst Transfers of the SummerOn this episode, Ted and Patrick start by discussing why the Alexander Isak saga and Newcastle's lack of moves this summer. Then they discuss Morgan Gibbs-White's new deal and if it saved Spurs from themselves. Next, Gianluigi Donnarumma is trying to leave PSG, but does Man United make sense for him? The episode wraps up with Everton's busy summer window and sharing the best and worst transfers of the Summer window (so far!). Enjoy!
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2025-07-2858 min
The Transfer Flow PodcastRebuilding Chelsea: Buying 2 World Class players + Who must be sold?On this episode, Ted and Patrick take on the tough job of rebuilding Chelsea. Where do they even start, how do they handle all their assets, and what positions should they spend their money on? The guys analyze the squad and highlight players that would be smart signings this summer. Enjoy!
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2025-06-1747 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep29: Feasibility is Broken: Maya Zlatanova on Redesigning FeasibilityWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast where Liam and Ted explore the evolving landscape of clinical research and challenge the assumptions holding it back. In this episode, we sit down with Maya Zlatanova — CEO of TrialHub and FindMeCure, and host of Trials with Maya Z — for a no-nonsense look at one of the most misunderstood concepts in research: feasibility.Episode Overview:Maya takes us deep into the hidden layers of clinical trial feasibility, arguing that what most of the industry calls "feasibility" is really just site contracting in disguise. Instead, she introduces a broader, pati...
2025-04-1646 min
Ibiza - The Reset RebelThe Reset Rebel meets Forensic Architecht Bob TraffordLast Saturday as I hosted TED X Dalt Vila on stage here in Ibiza, I invited a talk about the Truth.
It IS supposed to be absolute, unquestionable and the facts that form the very foundation of everything we know or at least expect to be true.
But in today’s world—where deepfakes blur reality, misinformation spreads like wildfire, and algorithms shape what we see and believe—how do we even begin to separate fact from fiction?
We live in an era where narratives outweigh nuance and headlines out shout honesty.
Where t...
2025-04-0219 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep28: Recruitment Solutions with Jill PellegrinoWelcome to the Innovating Clinical Trials podcast, where we explore the evolving landscape of clinical research.In this episode, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford sit down with Jill Pellegrino, CEO of AutoCruitment, to explore the future of patient enrollment in clinical trials. With a background spanning leadership roles at CVS Health, PPD, and Accelerated Enrollment Solutions, Jill brings deep expertise in leveraging technology and data-driven strategies to improve recruitment efficiency.Jill shares how AutoCruitment direct-to-patient approach is expanding access to clinical trials beyond traditional site networks, tackling the industry’s biggest challenge—low enrollment rate...
2025-03-0330 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep25: A deep dive into Feasibility with Nick Palumbo (Part 1 of 3)Welcome to the Innovating Clinical Trials podcast, where we explore the evolving landscape of clinical research. In this episode, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford sit down with clinical research expert Nick Palumbo to unpack the challenges and opportunities in the feasibility process.Nick brings over two decades of experience in clinical operations, offering deep insights into sponsors, CROs, and research sites when it comes to feasibility assessments. From the burden of feasibility questionnaires to the need for better transparency and communication, this conversation takes a hard look at how feasibility can be improved to drive more...
2025-02-2020 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep26: Balancing Data, Technology, and Human Expertise in Feasibility with Nick Palumbo (Part 2 of 3)Welcome to the Innovating Clinical Trials podcast, where we explore the evolving landscape of clinical research. In this episode, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford continue the conversation with clinical research expert Nick Palumbo, diving into the role of data, digital tools, and human expertise in clinical trial feasibility and patient recruitment.Nick shares his insights on the increasing reliance on data-driven approaches for enrollment forecasting and site selection, while also highlighting the limitations of technology and the irreplaceable value of human judgment. From the challenges of global data access to the complexity of enrollment modeling, this...
2025-02-2011 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep27: Expanding the Scope of Feasibility in Clinical Trials with Nick Palumbo (Part 3 of 3)Welcome to the Innovating Clinical Trials podcast, where we explore the evolving landscape of clinical research. In this episode, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford continue the conversation with clinical trial feasibility expert Nick Palumbo to examine why feasibility is much more than just site selection—and how rethinking the process can drive better enrollment and study success.Nick shares his insights on the broader role of feasibility, from protocol optimization to enrollment modeling, and the critical need for strong relationships with both internal and external stakeholders. He also highlights why personalized site engagement—not mass emails—is ess...
2025-02-2011 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep23: Q3 Results with Joel White (Part 2)Innovating Clinical Trials Podcast Series: Part 2 - Pricing Strategies and Emerging DynamicsWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials podcast, where we continue to explore the rapidly evolving landscape of clinical research. In part 2, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford are joined once again by industry analyst Joel White to dive into the complexities of pricing strategies and the shifting dynamics in the CRO and biotech sectors.This episode unpacks the implications of pricing pressures, the role of FSP models, and the increasing consolidation of site networks. Joel shares his expert insights into how these...
2024-12-1317 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep24: Q3 Results with Joel White (Part 3)Innovating Clinical Trials Podcast Series: Part 3 - Opportunities in Patient Recruitment and Industry TransformationWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials podcast, where we explore the cutting-edge shifts in clinical research. In this episode, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford wrap up the series with industry analyst Joel White, diving into opportunities in patient recruitment, site network growth, and the evolving role of technology.Joel shares his insights on breaking down the root causes of patient enrollment challenges, the impact of private equity on site networks, and the exciting potential of new methodologies in recruitment...
2024-12-1310 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep22: Q3 Results with Joel White (Part 1)Part 1 - Navigating Trends in a Shifting LandscapeWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials podcast, where we explore the dynamic forces shaping the clinical research industry. In this episode, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford are joined by industry analyst Joel White to unpack the key trends defining Q3.From cancellations and funding challenges to site network innovations and advancements in technology, Joel provides a compelling analysis of the current CRO and biotech landscape—and what the future might hold. Whether you’re navigating the complexities of clinical trials or seeking actionable insights to stay...
2024-12-1316 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep19: The World of Site Startup in Clinical TrialsIn this episode of Innovating Clinical Trials, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford dive into the complex and often chaotic world of site startup in clinical trials. Using a creative metaphor of a horse race, they vividly illustrate the hurdles and unpredictable challenges faced during site activation, from regulatory documentation delays to contract negotiations stumbling out of the gate.Liam and Ted explore the critical impact of poor planning, misaligned communication, and unreliable vendors on trial timelines, emphasizing how these factors can derail even the most promising studies. They also discuss actionable solutions, such as adopting more...
2024-11-1912 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep20: New ways of thinking about trial deliveryIn this episode of Innovating Clinical Trials, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford delve into the nuanced frameworks behind effective clinical trial delivery. Liam introduces a proprietary system he has been refining for over 17 years, which leverages four critical lenses: medical/scientific/regulatory, operational/logistics, behavioral science, and leadership. These frameworks aim to streamline trial delivery, reduce costs, and optimize outcomes.The conversation highlights how simplifying protocols and fostering early communication with regulatory bodies like the FDA can speed up trials and save resources. The discussion also explores often-overlooked aspects like the psychological dynamics of trial teams...
2024-11-1915 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep21: Everything but the Kitchen Sink!In this episode of Innovating Clinical Trials, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford explore the challenges of recruitment and enrollment in clinical trials, comparing the current approach to "packing everything but the kitchen sink." They critique the overreliance on central advertising campaigns and highlight missed opportunities to address foundational issues like protocol design, site relationships, and storytelling.Ted advocates for simplifying protocols and creating a dedicated VP of Enrollment role to optimize trials for faster delivery without compromising data integrity. Liam emphasizes the underutilized power of storytelling, showing how a compelling narrative about a study or sponsor can...
2024-11-1913 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep17: Exploring Enrollment Gaps in Oncology Trials with Selin Kurnaz (Part 2 of 3)In this episode of Innovating Clinical Trials, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford continue their discussion with Selin Kurnaz, CEO and founder of Massive Bio, an AI-powered platform that connects cancer patients with clinical trials. The conversation centers around the critical challenges in oncology trial enrollment, from recruitment failures to the operational difficulties encountered in the "Last Mile." We discuss the need for transparency, education, and a rethinking of traditional clinical trial processes. Selin discusses the complexity of site selection, prescreening, and patient identification, highlighting that the current system often overlooks the operational steps that are crucial for successful...
2024-10-0916 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep16: Revolutionizing Cancer Trial Enrollment with Selin Kurnaz (Part 1 of 3)In this episode of Innovating Clinical Trials, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford are joined by Selin Kurnaz, CEO and founder of Massive Bio, an AI-driven platform designed to connect cancer patients with clinical trials. Our conversation dives deep into the challenges of patient awareness, access, and logistical hurdles in trial enrollment. Selin shares how her personal experience with her uncle’s cancer diagnosis led to the creation of Massive Bio and her mission to streamline trial enrollment using technology. We discuss the "Last Mile" problem and walk through how combining technological scale with personalized conc...
2024-10-0916 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep18: Advice for Startups in the Clinical Trial Space with Selin Kurnaz (Part 3 of 3)In this episode of Innovating Clinical Trials, hosts Liam Eves and Ted Trafford are joined by Selin, CEO and founder of Massive Bio, to discuss the challenges and opportunities for startups in the clinical trial space. Selin shares her expertise on what it takes to succeed in this highly complex and regulated industry. We provide some valuable advice for startup CEOs, emphasizing the importance of understanding the true pain points within pharma, focusing on solving critical problems, and knowing who will pay for the solution. We also highlightsthe difficulties startups face, from long revenue cycles to navigating the unique...
2024-10-0917 min
The Aarthi and Sriram ShowEP 87 - Rio Ferdinand on Life After Manchester United, Cristiano Ronaldo, Alex Ferguson, Mbappe, BellinghamRio Ferdinand is a football legend who spent over a decade playing for Manchester United and was a cornerstone of the England national team. With six Premier League titles, two League Cups, and a UEFA Champions League trophy under his belt, Rio is no stranger to the highs and pressures of elite football. He joined Sriram and Aarthi for a deep dive into the trials and tribulations of a career in competitive sports, the mental and physical demands of playing for one of the world’s most prestigious clubs, and the new wave of young athletes rising to stardom. Fr...
2024-09-081h 03Innovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep13: Q2'24 The quarterly recap with Joel White (Part 1 of 3)Welcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In today's session we chat with Joel White from Marketcap Consulting about the financial performance of the clinical development space. We discuss Joel's start in the industry, his thoughts on the macro trends and some of the challenges with technology. Stay tuned for part 2 and 3.
2024-09-0814 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep14: Q2'24 The quarterly recap with Joel White (Part 2 of 3)Welcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In this session we continue our discussion with Joel White from Marketcap Consulting about the financial performance of the clinical development space. We find out what Joel is bullish about and dive into the pre-clinical space. Stay tuned for part 3.
2024-09-0816 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep15: Q2'24 The quarterly recap with Joel White (Part 3 of 3)Welcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In today's session we chat with Joel White from Marketcap Consulting about the financial performance of the clinical development space. In the final part of our 3 part discussion we talk through book to bill ratios, find out what is concerning Joel with the market and dive deeper into...
2024-09-0818 min
Trials with Maya ZThe true cost of patient acquisition and the ever-rising site burden with Ted TraffordMeet Ted Trafford - a seasoned clinical research expert with nearly three decades of experience and a passion for driving innovation in the industry. As the Director of Business Development at Probity Medical Research, Ted brings unique insights into the challenges faced by sites, sponsors, and patients in the clinical trial landscape.Follow Maya Zlatanova: https://www.linkedin.com/in/mayazlatanova/Follow Ted Trafford: https://www.linkedin.com/in/tedtrafford/Check out Ted's post mentioned in the episode: https://www.linkedin.com/posts/tedtrafford_clinical-trial-marathon-activity-7221841156958011392-tb1e
2024-09-0328 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep11: Effective Leadership in Clinical Trial DeliveryWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In today's episode Liam and Ted discuss effective leadership in delivering clinical trials. What strategies and tactics have worked in the past?Tune in to find out
2024-08-2714 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep12: How to Spot a Great Clinical Trial Site?Welcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In today's episode Ted and Liam discuss how do you spot a great clinical trial site? The question is much more complex than it first appears. Tune in to find out their thoughts on this.
2024-08-2712 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep9: What are the consequences of poorly designed protocols?Welcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In today's episode, Liam asks Ted the question 'what are the consequences of poorly designed protocols?'. Tune in to hear the discussion.
2024-08-2712 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep10: Don't mistake the map for the territoryWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.Liam delves into the critical concept of "Don’t Mistake the Map for the Territory" in the realm of clinical trial delivery. This metaphor highlights the importance of distinguishing between our plans and models—the 'map'—and the actual execution and outcomes—the 'territory.' In clinical trial delivery...
2024-08-2712 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep8: Recruitment isn't EnrollmentWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In today's episode, Liam and Ted discuss the idea that recruitment isn't the same as enrollment. Recruitment activities seem to focus more on outreach marketing campaigns that aims to attract attention. These marketing campaigns raise awareness in patient groups or healthcare providers. They are often accompanied b...
2024-08-0110 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep7: The Princess Bride and Clinical Trial SitesWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In today's episode Ted shares an analogy of how clinical trial sites are similar to the character Wesley in the 80's classic 'The Princess Bride'...as always Ted shares insights that are both hilarious and true!
2024-08-0108 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep4: The Theory of Constraints in Clinical trialsWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In today's episode, Liam speaks about the theory of constraints (ToC) in clinical trials. You'll learn what the ToC is, how to apply it to clinical trial delivery and what you can do to resolve any constraints.
2024-06-2518 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep5: How to get sites to pick your studyWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In today's episode, Ted challenges Liam with a tough question...You're the sponsor of a study and there is a site you really want to participate, but you know they are being approached by sponsors with studies that would compete with yours. What do you do...
2024-06-2511 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep6: The Clinical Trial Industry's approach to Baking BreadWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In today's episode Ted shares an analogy of how the clinical industry would bake bread...as always Ted shares insights that are both hilarious and true!
2024-06-2507 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep3: The 'Joys' of Acronyms in Clinical TrialsIn todays discussion Ted gives his insights in to the weird world of acronyms in clinical trials. But done in a novel and entertaining way! Tune in to find out how!
2024-06-1310 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep2: Clinical Trial MetricsIn this episode, we explore a crucial aspect of clinical research – the transparency and accuracy of metrics collected by big pharma and CROs. You'll learn about the importance of sharing key performance indicators (KPIs) and how this transparency can lead to improved performance and better clinical trial outcomes. We'll discuss common metrics tracked, potential errors, and practical advice for both research sites and sponsors on how to enhance communication and collaboration. Tune in to discover how fostering transparency in metric sharing can drive improvements and efficiency in clinical trials.
2024-06-1308 minInnovating Clinical TrialsICT Ep1: Transforming the Enrollment ProcessWelcome to Innovating Clinical Trials, the podcast designed for clinical research professionals eager to deepen their understanding of clinical trials through concise, insightful segments. Join your hosts, Liam Eves and Ted Trafford, as they uncover the core issues in clinical research, reflect on the industry, and challenge conventional wisdom.In today's episode, Liam throws a tough question at Ted ...You have been tasked with transforming the enrolment process…the catch? You can only make 1 change in the enrolment process. What change do you make?
2024-06-0411 min
The Endpoint Podcast: A Clinical Trial PodcastThe Endpoint Podcast. Episode 30: With Ted Trafford. Business Development at Probity Medical ResearchTed joins Liam on this week’s podcast episode. Ted is the Director of Business Development at Probity Medical Research. Probity Medical Research (PMR) is a leading clinical research consortium with over 70 clinical trials sites. PMR's network conducts clinical trials in Aesthetics, Allergy / Immunology, Cardiology, Dermatology, Rheumatology and Vaccines. In todays session we explore all things enrollment. We discuss the psychology at sites, how to create a high performing site, the relationships between site, CRO’s and Sponsors, investing in sites, and throw in a few stories and analogies for good measure!
2024-05-2952 min
Events Dear Boy! The Events Industry PodcastAbi Humayun, People ActivationIn this episode we speak to Abi Humayun, co-founder of the incredible People Activation, a business with a 17 year track record of creating engaging and educational employee experiences. Abi talks to us about kidnapping a CEO with Danny Dyer, her nightmares about destroying the pitch at Old Trafford, and her greatest event ever: a simultaneous global birthday party for thousands of people.Huge thanks to Abi for coming on and sharing her stories, tips and tricks. Abi mentioned the Service Profit Chain. Here’s an article on it from Harvard Business Review.
2024-04-1034 min
Stick to FootballBeckham Reveals All on Messi & Netflix DocOn the latest episode of Stick to Football, brought to you by Sky Bet, we are joined by footballing legend David Beckham.With Netflix’s four-part Beckham documentary released, David relives his glittering career with former Manchester United team-mates Gary Neville and Roy Keane alongside compatriots Ian Wright, Jamie Carragher and Jill Scott.An England captain for six years, Beckham won a Champions League, six Premier League titles and two FA Cup’s with his boyhood side Manchester United before he moved to Real Madrid, LA Galaxy, AC Milan then retired at PSG.
2023-10-0446 min
Outcomes RocketRC: Innovation Killers in Clinical Research with Ted Trafford, Director of Business Development at Probity Medical ResearchWhat are the momentum killers in clinical research and innovation?In this episode, Ted Trafford discusses key issues that can kill site momentum on clinical trials and the adoption of innovation. He dives deep into the challenges that DCTs bring to sites, the flawed protocol feasibility model, and the barriers that sites and professionals face when entering the research industry. Ted believes in great potential for innovation but recognizes the industry too often forces solutions that are looking for problems that may not exist, creating unintended risk.Listen to this episode where Ted Trafford reveals...
2023-05-2344 min
Manchester United Weekly PodcastReading (h) - Casemiro, scouting for rare gems and a Wembley trip?What lessons can Manchester United take from Brighton's new star Kauro Mitoma and Arsenal's pursuit of the Seagulls' midfielder Moises Caicedo? That's one discussion of many in the latest Manchester United Weekly Podcast with Harry Robinson and Jack Tait.The two Reds react to a 3-1 victory over Reading in the FA Cup at Old Trafford which sees Erik Ten Hag's side through to the Fifth Round. Ten Hag is the first United manager in history to win his first six domestic cup matches. They listen to some wonderful Beatles-inspired commentary of Casemiro's lovely second goal and...
2023-01-301h 05
Footy Prime The PodcastThis Just In! Chelsea v Tottenham is the best rivalry in the Prem & Man Utd are in shambles!No shortage of storylines from the second weekend of the Premier League season! Brendan Dunlop, Craig Forrest and Jimmy Brennan start with Tottenham's stoppage time comeback at Stamford Bridge that saw managers Antonio Conte and Thomas Tuchel pulled off each other. They debate whether Chelsea v Tottenham is now the Prem's best rivalry, highlight where it went wrong for Chelsea in the second half and credit Harry Kane and Spurs for a comeback that made Kalidou Koulibaly's worldie feel like it was a week ago. Manchester United fans won't be able to forget Saturday's capitulation at Brentford soon enough. Prod...
2022-08-141h 04
Top Row RedsEp. 35 - Claudio Lasso & The Saudi TakeoversWatford are sacking everyone! Nobody is safe!
Hopefully Ranieri is safe. Is Ted Lasso safe? Probably.
Another big week of football to discuss including the failings of PSG, Old Trafford resembling a loungeroom fort made from cushions, and the big Saudi takeover of Newcastle United.
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2021-10-081h 07
Scoot Over7. Ageism; It’s About TimeA recent AARP study stated that ageism could cost the US economy up to 4 trillion dollars by 2050, yet ageism is too often left out of the DE&I conversation.Ashton Applewhite is an internationally recognized expert on ageism and the author of This Chair Rocks: A Manifesto Against Ageism. She speaks widely at venues that have included the TED mainstage and the United Nations, and is a leading spokesperson for a movement to make age discrimination as unacceptable as any...
2021-09-1229 min
Drop The BiscuitImaginary Test CardThe soundtrack to an early 70’s August afternoon during the school summer holiday when rain’s stopped play at Old Trafford, Trent Bridge or Edgebaston.
Boredom recollected in tranquillity.
The raw material of psychedelia (congas, fuzz bass, Fender Rhodes pianos, guitars adapted to sound like sitars) refracted through a middle-aged swinging suburban prism.
Sounds of summer…
1 enoch light & brass menagerie-season of the witch
2 syd dale-portobello market
3 johnny pearson-delhi discotheque
4 gunter noras-gemini
5 the ted heath orchestra-light my fire
6 bert kaempfert-never my love
7 ken woodman & his piccadilly brass-town talk
8 john s...
2017-10-2700 min
No Question About That - a Manchester United podcastVan Gaal Bus-ted#260. Just when Louis van Gaal's side has seemingly reached its nadir along comes a fresh blow. The FA Cup semi-final victory over Everton was a high, only partially puncture by a limp home draw against Champions Leicester. City's home draw with Arsenal gave United real hope of making the Champions League and redeeming a season. Then came two dreadful performances on the road: in victory over Norwich City and defeat to West Ham United. Ed & Paul look back on United's win at Carrow Road and defeat in East London. Just how has Van Gaal allowed his team to retrench into old...
2016-05-1151 min
The Forum at HCSPHPhilanthropist Ted Turner: Driving Global Health from Goals to Action | The Forum at HSPHTed Turner, founder and chairman of the United Nations Foundation, helped launch The Forum at Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH) on December 9, 2010, through a conversation with HSPH Dean Julio Frenk. Abigail Trafford, author and former Health Editor at The Washington Post, moderated the event.
Watch the entire series from The Forum at Harvard School of Public Health at www.ForumHSPH.org.
2013-07-291h 00